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Forum: Touring
08-30-22, 12:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 550
Posted By bicyclepost

Brodie Elan?

Hi all. I currently ride a 90's mountain bike converted to drop bars and I would say it's quite a tank (33 lbs). It's very stable which is nice for bikepacking/touring but the majority of my riding...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-13-22, 07:06 AM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,894,307
Posted By bicyclepost

Beautiful bikes! I especially love the one on the...

Beautiful bikes! I especially love the one on the left with the long fenders and mudflaps. I see you've got a lot of spacers to get your bars up. Is this common to get the bars up to a comfortable...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-22, 09:49 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,064
Posted By bicyclepost

Wow I have not been on here for a long time....

Wow I have not been on here for a long time. Sorry if this is no longer helpful, maybe you've already gotten the tires, but yes they are Paselas and I love them! I was coming from 1.3" slicks before...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-21, 12:12 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,064
Posted By bicyclepost

Bought this bike from a local shop 2.5 years ago....

Bought this bike from a local shop 2.5 years ago. They had converted it to drop bars but there were many things I wanted to change, mostly cosmetic, some functional. I'm finally done with my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-21, 06:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,168
Posted By bicyclepost

22.0 mm quill in a 22.2 mm steerer?

I recently received the quill stem adapter I ordered from Amazon and when installing it, found it went into the steerer really easily. Too easily actually, so I measured the quill and despite the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-21, 07:57 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,064
Posted By bicyclepost

I have an idea of how stem length affects...

I have an idea of how stem length affects handling but what about rise? I'm searching Amazon for a quill to threadless stem adapter and threadless stem and have some options.

Option 1: 160 mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-21, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,064
Posted By bicyclepost

That's the route I'm hoping to go. How long is...

That's the route I'm hoping to go. How long is the quill adapter and where did you get it? Also, the stem, I don't often see them with such a large angle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-21, 09:38 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,721,064
Posted By bicyclepost

Loving this thread! Here's my drop-bar conversion...

Loving this thread! Here's my drop-bar conversion purchased from a local shop in Ottawa.

I wanted to swap out the bars and ran into issues with the stem. Long story short, I had to cut the stem...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-29-21, 04:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,203
Posted By bicyclepost

Alright so I sanded it down with some 60 grit...

Alright so I sanded it down with some 60 grit sandpaper but the wedge and stem end don't have the same angle. I put the bolt in the stem and the wedge on the end and tightened it up outside of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-21, 09:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,203
Posted By bicyclepost

The wedge was definitely in backwards. I've...

The wedge was definitely in backwards. I've cleaned it up but the end of the stem is rough. I live in an apartment and don't have any tools to cut the stem. Do you think I could just sand this with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-21, 08:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,203
Posted By bicyclepost

Stubborn quill stem

Hey all, the quill stem on my bike is extremely difficult to move up or down and remove from the fork. I thought maybe it was seized but when I finally got the bolt loosened (though it still doesn't...
Forum: Touring
05-14-21, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,730
Posted By bicyclepost

Vintage touring bikes vs. terrain

Hello all, I recently came across a beautiful Miyata 1000 touring bike fully fitted with racks and fenders on Facebook Marketplace. Unfortunately I wasn't quick enough to grab it. It's got me...
Forum: Touring
04-09-21, 07:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,323
Posted By bicyclepost

That would probably be a good idea given there...

That would probably be a good idea given there are other things I will need to get. I do have panniers and a rear rack but need to get the camping gear. I have a car camping trip planned later this...
Forum: Touring
04-06-21, 07:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,323
Posted By bicyclepost

Tires for a wannabe tourer?

Hi everyone! I've been interested in getting into touring or bikepacking for a while now but have yet to get out on a trip. I have a 90's Bianchi Ibex (mountain bike) conversion but have a question...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-20, 03:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 287
Posted By bicyclepost

Thanks for all the info! The chain appears to be...

Thanks for all the info! The chain appears to be brand new and after measuring, six pairs of links are exactly 12". The cog shape is very different between the freewheel and the fixed cog. The teeth...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-20, 02:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,484
Posted By bicyclepost

From the research I did I thought that may be the...

From the research I did I thought that may be the issue. Perhaps the fixed cog is not the same size as the freewheel cog. How would I figure this out? Visually the chain appears to sit over the cog...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-20, 09:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 287
Posted By bicyclepost

Noisy fixie drivetrain

Hello, I'm a complete newbie to single speed and fixed gear bikes. I recently got a fixie with a flip-flop hub and have been riding single speed with the freewheel for the past couple weeks. Today I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-20, 05:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,484
Posted By bicyclepost

Noisy fixie drivetrain

Hello, I'm a complete newbie to single speed and fixed gear bikes. I recently got a fixie with a flip-flop hub and have been riding single speed with the freewheel for the past couple weeks. Today I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-20, 04:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,646
Posted By bicyclepost

Looking to identify a Peugeot

Helllo! I recently purchased a single speed/fixie that has been converted from a road bike. I want to identify the year and model of the frame and am hoping you folks could help me out. All I know is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-20, 08:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,615
Posted By bicyclepost

Entry-level fixie?

I've been looking to get a fixie to use as a beater commuter. I've never ridden one before but am very curious to try it out since so many people say they love it. I'm just looking for a cheap thing...
Forum: Fixed Gear Freestyle
06-20-20, 08:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,795
Posted By bicyclepost

Entry-level fixie?

I've been looking to get a fixie to use as a beater commuter. I've never ridden one before but am very curious to try it out since so many people say they love it. I'm just looking for a cheap thing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,410
Posted By bicyclepost

Rear fender too short

Hey everyone, I recently got new fenders but the rear one is a bit too short for my liking (visually at least). I moved the position of it so it covers more to the rear of the tire but now there is a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-18-20, 03:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,133
Posted By bicyclepost

1980s Fuji America Touring Bike

Hey all, came across this ad on Kijiji and thought this was a beautiful bike. I'm really into vintage touring bikes but am still learning. I have a bike I'm happy with so don't really need one but am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-20, 10:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 3,347
Posted By bicyclepost

Bianchi Ibex

Hey there, not sure if this bike qualifies as classic or vintage but I have a Bianchi Ibex from the early '90s (somewhere within 1991-1995) and just want to get some more info about it. I bought it...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-07-19, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,416
Posted By bicyclepost

Chain guard for winter cycling?

I have a touring bike for summer use but I recently rekindled my love for my old hybrid bike I used before I got my tourer. I'm an all year round bike commuter (even here in Eastern Ontario) and am...
Forum: Winter Cycling
08-15-19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,370
Posted By bicyclepost

I like the idea of the Velosock but am unsure if...

I like the idea of the Velosock but am unsure if I'm willing to spend that much on one... What about an old fitted sheet...
Forum: Winter Cycling
08-07-19, 12:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,370
Posted By bicyclepost

Keeping a dirty bike in an apartment

Hi there,

I'm moving into a new apartment in a month and will have to keep my bike inside my unit. The front entrance way into the unit is small and you make an immediate right turn once walking...
Forum: Commuting
08-07-19, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,041
Posted By bicyclepost

Keeping a dirty bike in an apartment

Hi there,

I'm moving into a new apartment in a month and will have to keep my bike inside my unit. The front entrance way into the unit is small and you make an immediate right turn once walking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 07:51 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,596
Posted By bicyclepost

So out of all this I'm getting that if I want a...

So out of all this I'm getting that if I want a good clean chain I should take it off and shake it around in mineral spirits but if I don't want that hassle I should just wipe it off with paper towel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-19, 07:24 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,596
Posted By bicyclepost

Sounds like a fairly easy process. I don't...

Sounds like a fairly easy process. I don't believe I have a quick link on my chain but I'll have to look closer to be sure. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-19, 07:22 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,596
Posted By bicyclepost

Thanks for the detailed response! How often do...

Thanks for the detailed response! How often do you clean your chain like this?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-19, 06:58 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,596
Posted By bicyclepost

Can't get my chain clean

I have followed two or three online articles now about cleaning my chain without removing it and can never get it clean. It looks clean-er but when I re-lube it and wipe off the excess the rag comes...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-09-19, 04:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,951
Posted By bicyclepost

Ya I think I could be helped with a slight tilt....

Ya I think I could be helped with a slight tilt. When the seat tilts it can only click into set angles and the first click is angled way too far up. My hands feel fairly light at the beginning of my...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-08-19, 04:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,951
Posted By bicyclepost

Sliding forward in saddle

Hello,

I got a used bike a couple months ago and am still trying to adjust it to fit just right. It's the proper frame size for me (56 cm top tube and I'm 5'10") but it's an old mountain bike...
Forum: Touring
04-29-19, 06:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,045
Posted By bicyclepost

No worries about the negative comment above, I...

No worries about the negative comment above, I appreciate all input! I've been adjusting to the shifters and think I've got it but the chain slipped into a different gear twice today. Both times it...
Forum: Touring
04-25-19, 09:38 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,045
Posted By bicyclepost

Picked up the bike yesterday and measured myself...

Picked up the bike yesterday and measured myself and those estimates were bang on. Impressive!
Forum: Touring
04-25-19, 09:36 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,045
Posted By bicyclepost

Picked up the bike yesterday and it's 9 speeds,...

Picked up the bike yesterday and it's 9 speeds, looks to be in excellent condition. The shifters are friction but they work great. I'm not too concerned about the fenders and I have my own rack that...
Forum: Touring
04-23-19, 08:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,045
Posted By bicyclepost

Photo

It's a Bianchi Blizzard. I haven't been able to find anything about it...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-22-19, 06:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 824
Posted By bicyclepost

Mountain vs. touring bike sizing

Hey everyone, so I recently bought a touring bike that was built with a mountain bike frame but am confused about the sizing. When I was in the shop the employee measured the seat tube to be 54 cm...
Forum: Touring
04-22-19, 06:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,045
Posted By bicyclepost

Mountain vs. touring bike sizing

Hey everyone, so I recently bought a touring bike that was built with a mountain bike frame but am confused about the sizing. When I was in the shop the employee measured the seat tube to be 54 cm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-18, 08:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,076
Posted By bicyclepost

Clipless pedals for newbies

Hey everyone, I've recently been getting into cycling more and it is now my main form of transportation. I'm interested in trying out clipless pedals but am not really keen on spending $200 right off...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-21-18, 06:59 AM
Replies: 228
Views: 21,706
Posted By bicyclepost

So living car-free isn't an option for your...

So living car-free isn't an option for your lifestyle, for other people it is. I'm not sure why you felt the need to make this post in the first place as it seems you're just trying to argue with...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
07-26-18, 01:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 507
Posted By bicyclepost

Change username?

Hey, is there any way for me to change my username? I can't seem to find it...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-18, 01:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 890
Posted By bicyclepost

I just picked up a used 2008 Trek XO1 for the...

I just picked up a used 2008 Trek XO1 for the main purpose of commuting. I love it so far as I can ride gravel or road and still have a comfortable ride. And it's a light bike that's pretty quick. It...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-18, 01:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,788
Posted By bicyclepost

I haven't gotten to take it on a longer ride yet,...

I haven't gotten to take it on a longer ride yet, just my short commute to work but I love it so far. Very light and fast even though I've got 35mm gravel tires on it. I just need a rack for it....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-26-18, 01:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,788
Posted By bicyclepost

I took it in to the local community bike shop and...

I took it in to the local community bike shop and the owner knows the guy who sold it to me. Said he barely rode it and that it was a steal!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-23-18, 01:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,788
Posted By bicyclepost

2008 Trek XO1

Hi all, I just purchased a used 2008 Trek XO1. Before buying I checked bicyclebluebook.com and saw the bike was worth around $450 CAD in excellent condition. It was listed for $800 so I was skeptical...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
07-19-18, 09:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,692
Posted By bicyclepost

Unhappy Thanks for the info but I went in to the local...

Thanks for the info but I went in to the local community bike shop yesterday and they told me it was simply too big. I'm a bit taller than 5'10" so apparently I should be looking for a 54-56 cm frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-18, 02:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,188
Posted By bicyclepost

Yes I do have those brake cables sticking out the...

Yes I do have those brake cables sticking out the top. I'm definitely seriously considering new levers. I'm very new to bike maintenance and everything so it'll take some time but think it will be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-18, 02:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,188
Posted By bicyclepost

I think this is an issue for me too. Probably a...

I think this is an issue for me too. Probably a lot of problems with fit that I need to work out.
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